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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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The double helical structure of DNA is held together by
Options
A sulfur-sulfur linkages
B peptide bonding
C hydrogen bonding
Correct Answer
D glycosidic bonds
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The double helix of DNA is held together by hydrogen bonds between complementary base pairs (A=T and G≡C).

Hint

What type of bond holds DNA strands together?

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